Tesla Model Y has proven once again that its safety rating is beyond impressive, as it earned a five-star score from ANCAP and Euro NCAP.
Previously, the automaker has achieved a top safety rating from NHTSA. The agency gave the company the highest IIHS score at the time.
ANCAP Gives Tesla a Top-Notch Safety Rating
Tesla Model Y Earns Top Safety Rating From ANCAP, NCAP
Per a report from Car Dealer Magazine, the 2022 Model Y car posted a very high score in all categories. When it comes to adult occupant protection, it scored 97%, while on child occupant protection, it earned 89%.
Regarding the safety assist category, it managed to notch a 98% rating. In vulnerable road user protection, the Model Y posted an 82% score.
Meanwhile, here are the results of the crash tests on adult occupants.
- Rescue and Extrication: 2 out of 2
- Far Side Impact: 4 out of 4
- Whiplash Protection: 4 out of 4
- Oblique Pole: 5.85 out of 6
- Side Impact: 6 out of 6
- Full-Width Frontal: 7.91 out of 8
- Frontal Offset (MPDB): 7.11 out of 8
It is much higher if you compare Tesla Model Y's score with the 2022 Kia Niro. Check these results for reference:
- Adult Occupant Protection: 88%
- Child Occupant Protection: 84%
- Vulnerable Road User Protection: 76%
- Safety Assist: 87%
Why Did Tesla Model Y Lose Some Points in ANCAP Test?
Speaking of child occupant protections, it's noticeable that the American automaker's scores are quite low because it's not designed for child seats.
"Installation of typical child restraints available in Australia and New Zealand showed most child restraints could be accommodated in the rear seating positions, however the Type A capsule and one of the selected booster seats could not be correctly installed in the center rear seating position."
Electrek reported that some points from the Tesla Model Y had slipped away because of its struggle to protect road users.
ANCAP cited that the company's protection is either weak or poor, particularly when we are talking about the windscreen base and pillars.
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ANCAP and NCAP Lauded Model Y's Autonomous Features
Despite the drawbacks, the latest Model Y vehicle appeared to be impressive regarding the autonomous driver assist system. So far, ANCAP wrote that it has a good performance since it could easily avoid collisions on the road.
Another thing to take note of about the car's safety rating is the autonomous emergency braking system.
According to Euro NCAP, the Vision camera system of Model Y showed "remarkably well" performance. It turns out that it's helpful not just for pedestrians but also for cyclists.
In the next few months, the testing agency will evaluate whether Chinese cars will pass the safety test. So far, China-based company Great Wall Motor has two cars with a five-star safety rating: WEY Coffee 1 and ORA Funky Cat.
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Written by Joseph Henry
